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Hamilton LP Lightning Rods
5.0(
11
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1964

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The install was scheduled and completed quickly. The lightning rods and cable look neat and tidy along the roof. Mr. Hamilton was friendly and efficient."
Chimney rod and conductor cable
Front of home,system is barely noticeable
Hiding the cables best we can
Rear of home
Work trailer

+4

Response time1 day
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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W B Lightning Rods
4.6(
372
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Lightning Protection - Install or Repair

Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have been hit twice by lightning by God's grace either one hit our home however the last strike burnt art motorhome to the ground William was hired to install lightning protection lightning rods on our home and two out buildings he took the time to explain to us everything we needed to know answering every question professionally conducted himself in the utmost professional manner I would highly recommend lightning rods and even more highly recommended hiring William to do the job we are going to do an expansion later on and he will be the one and only contractor I will call to continue our lightning protection"
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection
 Residential LPS
lightning protection

+79

Response time1 day
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Alex Seymour
New to Angi
Telephone System - Install or UpgradeTelephone System - Repair

Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

I am a licensed electrician with extensive experience in residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical work. Skilled in installations, repairs, troubleshooting, panel upgrades, lighting systems, and code-compliant wiring, I prioritize safety, quality, and reliable service for every project. Committed to delivering efficient solutions and upholding the highest professional standards.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Chipy Technologies LLC
New to Angi
Telephone System - Install or UpgradeTelephone System - Install or Upgrade - For BusinessTelephone System - Repair+1 more

Serving Gates, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Keep your business running. We handle everything tech. \nFrom frozen printers and offline card readers to brand-new network installations, Wi-Fi setup, POS configuration, and structured cabling, we cover it all. Whether you're starting from scratch or fixing what is broken, Chipy Technologies delivers fast, on-site support for commercial, retail, and residential clients. Book your free evaluation today. Call +1 (919) 623-8301.

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Electrical FAQs, answered by experts

Yes. You should always turn off the power to the work area before beginning, use a voltage tester to ensure it’s off, and wear protective gear, such as insulated gloves or safety glasses, to prevent risk of injury. Proper wiring and grounding techniques are also necessary to make sure the job is done right the first time and won’t harm any future homeowners. 

Single-pole switches are simple circuits designed for lower voltages. As such, they don’t require the complex wiring of switches that need to supply power to larger devices and appliances. This is why single-pole switches commonly go in bathrooms, closets, and other small rooms that power a low-watt light fixture. One wire creates the circuit from the power supply, the other goes to the fixture, and the final wire provides safety mechanisms through grounding.

A piggyback circuit breaker, also known as a tandem or double-stuff breaker, combines two separate circuits into a single slot in a breaker panel. This design allows adding more circuits without a larger panel, making it a space-saving solution. Each breaker in the piggyback unit operates independently, protecting two circuits in one standard breaker slot. This is especially useful in older panels with limited space for additional breakers.

Check the matching breaker in your panel, since the number is printed on the switch. You can also tell them apart by sight. A 15-amp outlet has two straight vertical slots, while a 20-amp outlet has one vertical slot and one sideways T-slot.

While washers and dryers do not require a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlet to function properly, electrical codes often mandate their use for safety. The National Electrical Code (NEC) requires GFCI protection for all outlets within six feet of a water source. This means a washer and dryer must be plugged into a GFCI outlet if they are installed in locations like a laundry room, utility room, garage, or basement. In other areas without a nearby water source, there is no specific requirement, but using a GFCI outlet is still recommended for extra peace of mind. It is always best to consult your local codes and regulations to ensure compliance and safety.

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